Caden von Wildenradt
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Experienced Naval Aviation professional with a strong background in flight operations and mission planning. Emphasizes teamwork and goal attainment. Recognized for adaptability, reliability, and clear communication in high-pressure situations. Skilled in maintaining safety standards and overseeing project engineering and management. Ready to make a valuable impact in fast-paced and demanding settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Naval Officer and Naval Flight Officer
United States Navy
10.2016 - 04.2025
- Streamlined operational processes for flight training, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and improving overall mission readiness.
- Enhanced mission readiness by implementing strategic planning and effective resource allocation.
- Managed and analyzed budgets over $13M, achieving an increase in scheduling accuracy within 1 year through data-driven decision-making.
Aviation Safety Officer
Training Squadron Four (VT-4)
09.2022 - 04.2025
- Direct representative to the Commanding Officer for the Aviation Safety Program at VT-4.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings from safety investigations, audits, and inspections to facilitate decision-making by senior leadership.
- Formulated and executed a comprehensive safety management plan, resulting in a decrease in operational risks within 6 months through proactive training and oversight.
Assistant Student Control Officer
Training Squadron Four (VT-4)
06.2022 - 04.2025
- Tracking and managing plans and production of 258 Student Naval Flight Officers to earn Wings of Gold.
- Led a cross-functional team to improve production KPIs, fostering collaboration and achieving operational efficiency without compromising quality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address complex control issues for student tracking, resulting in enhanced operational effectiveness.
E-6B Syllabus Manager
Training Squadron Four (VT-4)
06.2022 - 04.2025
- Lead instructor for the E-6B program at VT-4 for all students and instructors in the pipeline.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Developed and implemented a strategic syllabus for E-6B training, enhancing student performance and compliance with operational standards within 4 months.
Instructor Naval Flight Officer
Training Squadron Four (VT-4)
06.2022 - 04.2025
- Instructor for Student Naval Flight Officers in Crew Resource Management and Operational Risk Management with goal-oriented objectives.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Led development of quality control measures for flight training, ensuring compliance with operational standards and enhancing overall training effectiveness.
Avionics Division Officer
Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron Three (VQ-3)
12.2019 - 06.2022
- Lead the avionics division under the VQ-3 maintenance department, consisting of 90 Sailors and two branches.
- Optimized resource allocation by analyzing data trends and forecasting future needs accurately.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective communication strategies and promoting collaboration through multiple supervisors.
Flight Operations Officer
Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron Three (VQ-3)
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Coordinated current and deployed day-to-day and extended flight operations at VQ-3.
- Ensured timely dissemination of critical information to relevant parties during irregular operations or emergency situations.
- Developed and employed time-sensitive scheduling for all Naval Flight Officers in the command.
Command Security Manager
Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron Three (VQ-3)
06.2019 - 10.2020
- Personal representative to the Commanding Officer for all classified material owned by the squadron, ensuring accountability for over 1000 pieces of classified material.
- Managed a team of security personnel, providing regular training for improved performance and professional growth.
- Maintained detailed records of security incidents, enabling proper analysis for future preventative measures.
Personal Reliability Program Manager
Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron Three (VQ-3)
06.2019 - 10.2020
- Spearheaded the Personal Reliability Program (PRP) for VQ-3 for over 400 sailors as added security for nuclear programs.
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
Education
Master of Engineering Management -
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT05.2016
Skills
- Project Management
- Production Efficiency
- Project Engineering
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Safety Management Systems
- Crew Resource Management
- Stakeholder Management
Certification
- Fundamentals of Engineering - Mechanical
- Aviation Safety Officer Certification
- Mission Commander Evaluator
- Naval Flight Officer Instructor
- Combat Systems Officer
- Airborne Communications Officer
Awards
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal - 03/2025, Naval Flight Officer Academic Instructor of the Quarter, Naval Flight Officer Instructor of the Quarter - Q2 FY23, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal - 05/2022, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal - 09/2019
Timeline
Aviation Safety Officer
Training Squadron Four (VT-4)
09.2022 - 04.2025
Assistant Student Control Officer
Training Squadron Four (VT-4)
06.2022 - 04.2025
E-6B Syllabus Manager
Training Squadron Four (VT-4)
06.2022 - 04.2025
Instructor Naval Flight Officer
Training Squadron Four (VT-4)
06.2022 - 04.2025
Avionics Division Officer
Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron Three (VQ-3)
12.2019 - 06.2022
Flight Operations Officer
Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron Three (VQ-3)
06.2019 - 05.2022
Command Security Manager
Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron Three (VQ-3)
06.2019 - 10.2020
Personal Reliability Program Manager
Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron Three (VQ-3)
06.2019 - 10.2020
Naval Officer and Naval Flight Officer
United States Navy
10.2016 - 04.2025
Master of Engineering Management -
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Montana State University
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